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CVE-2000-1122: Buffer overflow in setclock command in IBM AIX 4.3.x and earlier may allow local users to execute arbitrary...

Buffer overflow in setclock command in IBM AIX 4.3.x and earlier may allow local users to execute arbitrary commands via a long argument.

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CVE-2000-1122 is an old IBM AIX local vulnerability in the setclock command. A local user could provide an overly long argument and cause a buffer overflow that may allow arbitrary command execution. The main business concern is legacy AIX exposure, especially systems still running AIX 4.3.x or earlier. Exposure is likely limited to legacy IBM AIX 4.3.x and earlier systems where local users can access setclock. Modern environments should mainly check for forgotten AIX hosts, lab systems, appliances, or inherited infrastructure still running unsupported AIX versions. Prioritize this if the organization still operates legacy AIX. It is unlikely to matter for modern non-AIX environments, but unsupported AIX systems with local users should be treated as operational risk and scheduled for remediation or retirement. Mitigation focus: Inventory AIX systems and identify any running AIX 4.3.x or earlier.; Review IBM APAR guidance for IY07831 and IY07790.; Prioritize upgrade or retirement of unsupported AIX hosts..

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